Recent Posts in Occupational Therapy

Dec 2, 2025 - In Occupational Therapy Pain in the Elbow? Tennis Elbow Explained

By Krupa Parikh, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist at RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center. Have you ever felt pain on joint on the outer side of your elbow and wondered what that could possibly be? You might have Lateral Epicondylitis (commonly referred ...

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Dec 1, 2025 - In Occupational Therapy What to Expect During Physical Therapy After a Knee Replacement

By Gene Antunes, Physical Therapist Assistant, RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center Patients often have questions about what recovery will look like after a total knee replacement. Knowing what to expect can provide confidence, relieve anxiety, and ...

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Dec 1, 2025 - In Occupational Therapy Three Simple Tips for People with Arthritis for the Holidays

By Audrey Epps, OTR, CHT, Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist, RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center The holidays are a time for joy, family, and celebration, but for people living with arthritis, they can also bring extra challenges. From ...

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Nov 20, 2025 - In Occupational Therapy The Importance of Continuing a Home Exercise Program for Arthritis Patients After Discharge from Occupational Therapy Services

By Audrey Epps, OTR, CHT, Occupational Therapist at RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center When occupational therapy (OT) ends, it’s natural to feel accomplished, and maybe even relieved. However, for individuals living with arthritis, discharge doesn’t ...

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Nov 17, 2025 - In Occupational Therapy Effective Relaxation Methods To Try

By Alissa Percival, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist at RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center Relaxation is essential for maintaining mental and physical well-being. Incorporating relaxation techniques into your daily routine can help reduce stress, ...

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Nov 14, 2025 - In Occupational Therapy Walking: How it Supports a Healthy Life

By Suja Jose PT, DPT, Physical Therapist at RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center In today’s fitness world filled with intense workouts and high-tech routines, walking often gets overlooked. Yet, this simple and natural movement can be one of the most ...

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Nov 12, 2025 - In Occupational Therapy Better Sleep: Why it’s Important for Your Health

By Suja Jose PT, DPT, Physical Therapist at RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center In today’s fast-paced world, sleep often becomes the first thing we sacrifice when life gets busy. However, behind the scenes, your body and mind rely on those nightly ...

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Nov 7, 2025 - In Occupational Therapy Stress Management for Better Health: A Guide to Finding Balance

By Suja Jose PT, DPT, Physical Therapist at RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become almost unavoidable. Whether it’s due to work pressures, financial worries, family responsibilities, or even the constant ...

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Nov 7, 2025 - In Occupational Therapy A Certified Hand Therapists’ Take on Osteoarthritis (OA)

By Audrey Epps, OTR, CHT, Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist, RWJBarnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center Osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritis, was traditionally thought of as a disease related to individuals who are aging and ...

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